New England Trail Ride Series – September DH (Green)
Event Date
September 27, 2026
Event Location
Vermont
New England Trail Ride Series – One-Day Adventures 2026
The New England Trail Ride Series 2026 packs the spirit of multi-day expeditions into a single, perfectly curated day. Led by Ridgeback Guide Service, each ride explores New Hampshire and Vermont’s most scenic and challenging Class VI roads. These routes are meticulously scouted in advance to blend beautiful backcountry scenery with genuine off-road challenges. Along the way, professional guides offer trail guidance and 4×4 driving tips so you leave with new skills as well as great memories.
10% discount applied at checkout when you purchase both days of a double header weekend.
What’s to Expect
- Authentic Trails & Roads – Tackle a mix of varying terrain trails through forests, farmland and mountains. Expect moderate challenges and technical sections that will make you think about line choice and traction without venturing into extreme, vehicle-breaking terrain.
- Professional Guidance & Skills – RGS guides lead every mile, sharing recovery techniques, driving tips and knowledge of the region. Their pre-scouted routes ensure a fun, safe day for participants with varying levels of experience.
- All-Day Format – These rides run roughly 8:30 am to 5 pm. You’ll start with a morning briefing and vehicle check, spend the day on the trails with a midday break to air up and refuel, then finish back at your staging area in time for dinner.
- Small-Group Camaraderie – Each event is capped at about ten vehicles, giving you personal attention from guides and a convoy small enough to keep a steady pace. Expect a friendly, supportive atmosphere where drivers swap stories and help each other through obstacles.
- Flexibility & Accessibility – These rides are designed for street-legal, insured 4×4 vehicles. Full-size trucks and vans may require approval, but many stock or lightly modified rigs are welcome as long as they meet basic recovery and safety requirements. (Check the full requirements when you sign up.)
Why it Sells Out
- One-day commitment with maximum trail time
- Professional instruction that builds confidence
- Purpose-built routes showcasing the best of Vermont and New Hampshire
- Limited spots for a premium, small-group experience
If a single day of dirt, mud, and mountain views sounds like your way to spend a weekend, reserve your seat on the New England Trail Ride Series 2026 now.
Spots are limited and sell quickly — make this the year you conquer New England’s Class VI roads with Ridgeback Guide Service.
What to Bring
- 4×4 Vehicle: Street-legal, equipped with recovery gear.
- GMRS Radio: For clear communication.
Vehicle Requirements >>>>
Please review the specific vehicle requirements for trail difficulty on our Vehicle Requirements Page. If you have any questions or need clarification regarding variances, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re happy to help ensure your vehicle is ready for the adventure!
Trail Ratings and Required Gear
Green Trails
Green Trail Rides (stock friendly)
Green level trips are our easiest trail type. These trips are typically on a combination of dirt roads and light trails. They offer challenges to stock vehicles and new drivers. Damage can happen but is not likely.
Minimum requirements
- 4X4 Street legal vehicle with insurance.
- Good tires (All Terrains or Mud Terrains preferred).
- Full size spare tire.
- GMRS Radio for Communications.
- Recovery points on the Front and Rear of the vehicle.
- Tire deflator for airing down.
- First Aid Kit appropriately sized for your vehicle and passengers.
- Appropriate Clothing and footwear for the conditions.
Recommended for Green Rides
- Rock Sliders
- 30-inch All Terrain or Mud Terrain Tires
- Vehicle Recovery Equipment
- Kinetic rope
- Tree saver strap
- Shackles (multiple)
- Pulley block
- Winch line extension
- Gloves
- Fire Extinguisher
- On Board Air set up for Tire inflation
Blue Trails
Blue Trail Rides (moderate difficulty)
Blue level trips are for slightly modified vehicles and drivers who have been off road before. Vehicles will scrape and bang on these trails. Damage may happen occur on stock and lightly modified vehicles depending on driver experience.
Minimum requirements
- 4X4 Street legal vehicle with Insurance.
- 31-inch All Terrain or Mud Terrain Tires (good tread condition).
- Rock Sliders.
- Recovery points on the front and rear of the vehicle.
- Full size spare tire.
- GMRS Radio for communications.
- Basic tool Kit for your vehicle.
- Tire deflator for airing down.
- First Aid Kit appropriately sized for your vehicle and passengers.
- Appropriate Clothing and footwear for the conditions.
- Vehicle Recovery Equipment
- Kinetic rope
- Shackles (multiple)
- Pulley block
- Winch line extension
- Gloves
- A fun and exciting attitude.
- Fire extinguisher.
Black Trails
Black Trail Rides (difficult, experienced driver)
Modified vehicles only. Drivers must have experience and not be afraid to scrape, scratch, dent, or possibly damage their vehicle. These trips are meant to challenge the experienced off-roader.
Minimum requirements
- 4X4 Street legal vehicle with Insurance.
- 33-inch All Terrain or Mud Terrain Tires (good tread condition).
- Vehicle traction control or Rear Locker.
- Rock Sliders
- Recovery points, front and rear.
- Full size spare tire.
- GMRS Radio for communications.
- Advanced Tool Kit with spare parts for your vehicle.
- Tire deflator for airing down.
- First Aid Kit appropriately sized for your vehicle and passengers.
- Appropriate Clothing and footwear for the conditions.
- Vehicle Recovery Equipment
- Kinetic rope
- Shackles (multiple)
- Pulley block
- Winch line extension
- Gloves
- A fun and exciting attitude.
- Fire extinguisher.
- On Board Air set up for Tire inflation.
Red Trails
Red Trail Rides (difficult, skilled driver)
Highly modified vehicles only. Damage is very likely to occur. A driver with extensive off road experience is required.
Minimum requirements
- 4X4 Street Legal Vehicle with Insurance.
- 35-inch All Terrain or Mud Terrain Tires (good tread condition).
- Vehicle traction control or Rear Locker (Preferably Front and Rear).
- Winch for vehicle recovery.
- Rock Sliders.
- Recovery points front and rear.
- Full size spare tire.
- GMRS Radio for communications.
- Advanced Tool Kit with spare parts for your vehicle.
- Tire deflator for airing down.
- First Aid Kit appropriately sized for your vehicle and passengers.
- Appropriate Clothing and footwear for the conditions.
- Recover Gear
- Kinetic rope
- Shackles (multiple)
- Pulley block
- Winch line extension
- Gloves
- A fun and exciting attitude.
- Fire extinguisher.
- On Board Air set up for Tire inflation.